The Large Catechism – part 16
Lessons in the Lutheran Confessions
Scripture Text: Matthew 11:25–26
Series: Lessons in the Lutheran Confessions
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From the Confessions: The Large Catechism, Introduction
Oh, what mad, insensible fools we are that, while we must always live and dwell among such mighty enemies as the devils, we nonetheless despise our weapons and defense, too lazy to consider even them.
Pulling It Together: There are those who take no thought of the Bible, or even the Word in brief, speaking of the Catechism. They are either too dull or too brilliant. One way or another, they are too big for their britches. Some will not keep a simple discipline of reading and prayer. Others consider the Catechism — and even the Bible — the textbook of children. And right they are! To little disciples such as these belongs the kingdom of heaven (Mark 10:14).
Prayer: Create in me, O Lord, the heart of a little child. Amen.
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Rev. Dr. Mark E. Ryman has served as Pastor for St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Salisbury, NC, since 2021. Previously, Pastor Ryman served congregations in North Carolina and Ohio, as well as a call to specialized ministry with Sola Publishing.
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